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parotid cancer in lymph node?

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lissa876
lissa876

After an accidental discovery of a cancerous lymph node next to my thyroid, my endocrinologist told me she was referring me to an ENT dr. She said he had said that it looked like the cancerous node "had dropped down from the parotid gland", which I had to look up. Now I'm extremely paranoid and anxious and have another two days before I can see dr for fuller diagnosis. Anyone have similar experience? I'm worried about stage and prognosis ...

 

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  • mary_lou
    mary_lou lissa876

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    Hi Lisa

    I hope all went well for you. I also have a tumor and don't know if its cancer yet

  • mary_lou
    mary_lou lissa876

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    Hi Lisa

    I also have a tumor in the parotid gland. I go ct scan on Friday. I am terrified. I was wondering how you are doing. Did you get a diagnosis. Hope all is well with you. It helps me knowing I'm not alone in this

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